Kazakhstan and Germany Strengthen Economic and Strategic Ties in High-Level Talks

Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held talks with Germany’s Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy, Katharina Reiche. The discussions centred on deepening bilateral ties between the two nations. Both sides explored ways to boost cooperation in key economic sectors. During the meeting, Tokayev stressed the need to strengthen the strategic partnership with Germany. He also passed on warm greetings to German Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and Chancellor Friedrich Merz.

Reiche praised Kazakhstan’s socioeconomic progress and highlighted the potential for greater collaboration. Tokayev assured her that Kazakhstan would continue creating favourable conditions for German businesses. He also updated her on the country’s political reforms, including the democratic principles in its new constitution.

The talks covered expanding cooperation in energy, industry, digitalisation, rare earth minerals, and transport infrastructure. Germany remains one of Kazakhstan’s top trade and investment partners, with over a thousand German-owned companies operating in the country. These include major firms like CLAAS, Horsch, Siemens, BASF, Heidelberg Materials, Siemens Energy, Knauf, and Linde.

Since 2005, Kazakhstan has attracted more than $8 billion in direct foreign investment, primarily in non-resource sectors. The meeting underscored the commitment of both nations to enhance economic and strategic ties. Kazakhstan’s reforms and investment climate were key topics of discussion. The talks set the stage for future collaboration in multiple industries.